HS Classification Specialist at NOV

Job Description

• NOV South Africa is seeking an experienced HS Classification Specialist. This position will be primarily responsible for assigning Harmonized System (“HS” codes) to oilfield equipment and facility related items that NOV purchases globally. Other tasks may be assigned as required to support business operations. The initial focus of this position will be for the review and updating of HS codes related to the various global Carbon Emissions Project and then progressing into the Compliance Global Jira Ticket System.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain a consistent classification regime to ensure standards meet the global Customs requirements for accuracy.   
• Competent in reading and interpreting drawings/schematics/mill certificates and analysing the US and Global Tariff Schedules to proficiently ascertain the correct HS codes for materials as related to the Carbon Emissions Project.
• Ensure that all necessary documentation is maintained and filed as related to any Binding Tariff Information issued by Customs authorities, so as to provide proper justifications of selected classifications.
• Comfortable interacting with Forwarders/Brokers/Engineering/Purchasing, if required, to provide classification instructions and any requested assistance from the NOV Brokerage Teams to ensure product moves in a timely manner.
• In coordination with NOV Compliance management, proactively participate and conduct possible self-audits of our classifications to ensure and accuracy and compliance with government regulatory programs.
• Monitor trade legislation and regulations impacting the global Tariff Schedules and provide assistance to changes within these developments.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

• 5 + years HS coding experience 
• Knowledgeable about relevant regulations related to HS classification
• Experience with import/export procedures, international freight
• Knowledge of Free Trade Agreements and International experience are a plus
• Excellent interpersonal skills 
• Extremely organized and able to handle multiple tasks at the same time 
• Work well under pressure and daily deadlines 
• Highly motivated
• PC skills required (including MS Office) 
• Must be fluent in English